January weather forecast
Makokou, Gabon

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Weather in January

January brings in the start of the year with hot weather, temperatures soaring to the month's peak of 30°C (86°F). Makokou, Gabon experiences a balance in its climate, with daytime and sunlight hours remaining relatively unchanged. Notably scarce in this month is the rainfall, the city only receives an amount of 88mm (3.46") throughout January. The UV Index stays consistent, calling for adequate protection against the sun. The transition from this month to February sees a slight increase in both temperatures and rainfall levels.

Temperature

The onset of January notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), subtly shifted from December's 29°C (84.2°F). Makokou anticipates an average minimum temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) in the month of January.

Rainfall

In Makokou, during January, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation. In Makokou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 1626mm (64.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 12 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Take every essential safety procedure. Individuals with fair skin could sustain burns in less than 5 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Frequent application of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is crucial, reapply it every two hours or immediately post swimming or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Makokou, is 30°C (86°F), while the average low-temperature is 21°C (69.8°F).

How many days does it rain in January?

In Makokou, in January, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 88mm (3.46") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Makokou have in January?

The average day length in January is 12h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Makokou have in January?

In Makokou, the average sunshine duration in January is 4h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

How high is the UV index in January in Makokou?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Makokou, Gabon

Average temperature in January - Makokou, Gabon
  • Average high temperature in January: 30°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 21°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, April, May and October (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19°C).

Average rainfall in January
Makokou, Gabon

Average rainfall in January - Makokou, Gabon
  • Average rainfall in January: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Makokou, Gabon

Average rainfall days in January - Makokou, Gabon
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Makokou, Gabon

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Makokou, Gabon
  • Average daylight in January: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, April and May (Average sunshine: 5h).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 2h).

Average UV index in January
Makokou, Gabon

Average UV index in January - Makokou, Gabon
  • Average UV index in January: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).

Makokou, Gabon

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